LifeStance Mental Health Provider

Joshua Nathan,
MD

Psychiatrist

Joshua Nathan, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in treating mood and bipolar disorders, depression, adult ADHD, anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, and more. He is passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness—both from society and the self—and creating safe, supportive spaces for healing. Dr. Nathan integrates psychoanalysis, existential understanding, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and medication management to provide comprehensive, individualized care. Committed to helping people move beyond suffering toward recovery, he shares his expertise on mental health treatment, stigma reduction, and practical coping strategies through contributions to publications, podcasts, and the LifeStance Health blog.

Authored by Joshua Nathan

Joshua Nathan is an expert medical author at LifeStance Health. The following publications have been authored by Joshua Nathan.

Feb 28, 2024 | 6 MIN READ

Are AI and Mental Health Compatible?

In a world where technology seems to weave itself into the fabric of our daily lives more and more, it’s no wonder we’re looking to...

Nov 19, 2025 | 4 MIN READ

What Does “Off-Label” Mean in Medicine?

What Does “Off-Label” Mean? When people hear the phrase “off-label use of medication”, it can sound confusing or even concerning. In simple terms, “off-label” means...

Jan 08, 2026 | 5 MIN READ

Propranolol for Anxiety: A Comprehensive Guide

Propranolol, a beta-blocker medication primarily used for heart conditions, is commonly prescribed off-label to manage the physical symptoms of anxiety. It is often prescribed to...

Feb 20, 2026 | 5 MIN READ

What Lack of Sleep May Be Doing to Your Brain and Mental Health

Sleep plays an important role in general well‑being and may influence mental and emotional functioning. While researchers still do not fully understand why humans require...

Mar 24, 2026 | 7 MIN READ

3 Types of ADHD: What a New 2026 Study Found and What It Means for You

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been studied since the late 1800s, and for most of that time, researchers and clinicians were working from the...

Apr 03, 2026 | 5 MIN READ

How to Support a Loved One with a Bipolar Disorder

This content has been updated from the previous article on November 19, 2020. Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition marked by extreme mood...

Apr 30, 2026 | 4 MIN READ

Types of Bipolar Disorder: Prevalence, Key Differences, and How to Get Help

This content has been updated from the previous article published on February 10, 2021. Bipolar disorder is one of the leading mood disorders affecting adults...

Reviewed by Joshua Nathan

Joshua Nathan is an expert medical reviewer at LifeStance Health. The following publications have been medically reviewed by Joshua Nathan.

Sep 30, 2025 | MEDICATION

Xanax (alprazolam)

Xanax is a psychiatric medication available by prescription only. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines and is commonly used to treat anxiety-related...

Sep 29, 2025 | 5 MIN READ

Navigating ADHD Care: Should I see a Psychiatrist, a Psychologist, or a Therapist?

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects both children and adults. Whether you’re noticing symptoms in yourself or in your child, the...

Oct 06, 2025 | MEDICATION

Zoloft (sertraline)

Zoloft is the original brand name of sertraline, a psychiatric medication available by prescription only. It belongs to a class of medications called selective serotonin...

Oct 07, 2025 | MEDICATION

Lexapro (escitalopram)

Lexapro is the original brand name of escitalopram, a psychiatric medication available by prescription only. It belongs to a class of medications called selective serotonin...

Oct 29, 2025 | MEDICATION

Prozac (fluoxetine)

Prozac is the original brand name of fluoxetine, a psychiatric medication available by prescription only. It belongs to a class of medications called selective serotonin...

Oct 30, 2025 | MEDICATION

Celexa (citalopram)

Celexa is the original brand name of citalopram, a psychiatric medication available by prescription only. It belongs to a class of medications called selective serotonin...

Nov 04, 2025 | MEDICATION

Duloxetine (Cymbalta)

Cymbalta is the original brand name of duloxetine, a psychiatric medication available by prescription only. It belongs to a class of medications called serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake...

Nov 18, 2025 | MEDICATION

Paxil (paroxetine)

Paxil is the original brand name of paroxetine, a psychiatric medication available by prescription only. It belongs to a class of medications called selective serotonin...

Dec 02, 2025 | 5 MIN READ

Getting Diagnosed with ADHD as an Adult Unlocked the Best Parts of Me

When most people talk about ADHD, it’s framed as something you’re supposed to be diagnosed with in childhood. The assumption is that your parents, teachers,...